1209 Decatur St NW

3,425 Sq. Ft.
$482 / Sq. Ft.
3,425
Sq. Ft.
$482
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A magnificent Craftsman single family in 16th Street Heights is our latest addition to the renovated canvas of Washington. This six-bedroom four-and-one half bath residence sits on a tree lined Boulevard of turn of the century expanded homes. First impressions are demonstrative of the elegance and efforts made in restoring this home to a modern masterpiece. Custom iron fencing and evergreen plantings, freshly sodded lawn and flagstone walkways lead to the covered front porch, and Transomed front...A magnificent Craftsman single family in 16th Street Heights is our latest addition to the renovated canvas of Washington. This six-bedroom four-and-one half bath residence sits on a tree lined Boulevard of turn of the century expanded homes. First impressions are demonstrative of the elegance and efforts made in restoring this home to a modern masterpiece. Custom iron fencing and evergreen plantings, freshly sodded lawn and flagstone walkways lead to the covered front porch, and Transomed front door with sidelights. The reception area features an acoustic teak wall and ebony mantle leading to the front living room with 60-inch linear gas fireplace. Requisite rustic oak engineered flooring underfoot and breathtaking spaces; massive front windows, and an ample open concept space that accommodates both recreation and space for formal dining. The modern kitchen features fixtures befit a gourmet chef. Stainless Bosch appliances with a slide in 36- inch six burner range with accessible pot filler, ample storage in stacked ceiling height modern shaker cabinetry, and seating for 8 at the twelve-foot waterfall quartz stone island and a deep farmer’s sink. A wall oven and convection microwave complete the appliance package. Adjacent to the kitchen is a built in Banquet with matching acoustic teak walls and space for a breakfast nook or extra party seating. A coat closet and rear door lead provide access to the deck; and a wall of Fold away nano doors open to the oversized Trex deck with custom metal railings and stairs to the rear yard. Ascend the stairs with custom oak topped metal railings to the primary suite. You are welcomed to the space with oversized windows, nine-foot ceilings, double closets with built in walk-in spaces and an ensuite spa bathroom. Double vanity sinks, frameless glass shower, pedestal soaking tub, and elegant Carrera marble tile surround. An ensuite second full closet inside the bath with custom shelving, hanging spaces, drawers and shelves completes the suite. Direct access to private balcony serves the primary bedroom with outdoor Second and third bedrooms are serviced by an equally furnished hall bath with soaking tub. A full-size side by side washer and dryer complete the level. The third level of the home has an additional bedroom, and an open loft space that serve as great office or returning student suite. A full bath, equally well appointed and several eave storage spaces make seasonal storage easily accessible. The lower level is a guest or nanny suite with rear and front entrances, bar area, recreation space, a full bath, and warm engineered flooring. A main bedroom, and additional bedroom or office space flanks the rear of the lower level with walk out access to the rear yard through a lower-level area way that serves as a second patio. The rear yard is a verdant green space with areas for entertainment or formal gardening. A two-car off street parking pad in poured concrete provides access to the alleyway. A commercial roll up garage door and electric vehicle charging port finish the space. All systems are new, plumbing, 200 AMP electrical service, and dual HVAC systems for true two zoned heating and cooling. All windows low E double Thermal Pane, and double hung or portrait. All new roofs in Architectural Shingle, and Trex decking installed. The entire envelope is covered in James Hardie concrete board for a modern farmhouse craftsman look with low maintenance. A full privacy wood fence surrounds the property and double doors access the side yards. If you are looking for timeless elegance in a suburban/urban setting, close to metro with easy bus access to all of the Metropolitan area, this is the home you have been hoping would come along. Make this latest Masterpiece by prolific local builder Center Point Homes, your next destination.
  1. Listed by Sean A Satkus • Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
    P: (703)-887-2116 sean.satkus@longandfoster.com

Property Details for 1209 Decatur Street Northwest

Tax ID Number
2922//0036
Ownership
Fee Simple
Condo Coop Association
No
HOA
No
Structure Type
Detached
Style
Craftsman
Levels/Stories
2.5
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 11/23/2025 09:34 PM

Property Details for 1209 Decatur Street Northwest

StatusClosed
MLS #DCDC2226434
Days on Market4
Taxes$7,000 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Fee Simple
Year Built1912
Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,578 SF
CountyDistrict of Columbia

Location

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Building Information for 1209 Decatur Street Northwest

Stories-Year Built1912Building Size-Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,578 SF

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Property Information for 1209 Decatur Street Northwest

Location
Location
  • In City Limits: Yes
  • Transportation: Airport less than 10 miles, Metro/Subway Station less than 1 mile
  • School District Name: DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 121140357950
  • SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
  • County: WASHINGTON
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Assessed Value: $889,620
  • Year Assessed: 2025
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $441,980
  • City Town Tax: $7,000
  • Land Assessed Value: $447,640
  • Clean Green Assessed: No
  • Municipal Trash: Yes
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Loss Mitigation Fee: No
  • Agricultural Tax Due: No
  • Historic: No
  • Zoning: RF-1
  • Tax Lot: 36
  • School Tax: $0
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
Lease Information
  • Pets Allowed: No
Rooms
Main
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 4
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 3
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 2
Upper Level 2
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 1
All Lower Levels
  • # Bedrooms All Lower Levels: 2
  • # Bathrooms All Lower Levels: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full All Lower Levels: 1
Lower Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Lower Level: 2
  • # Bathrooms Lower Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Lower Level: 1
Rooms
  • Stories: Lower 1, Main, Upper 1, Upper 2
Building Info
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2025
  • Total Finished SQFT: 3,425.00
  • Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Tax Total Finished SQFT: 2,449.00
  • Total SQFT: 3,425.00
  • Total SQFT Source: Estimated
  • Main Entrance Orientation: South
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Mixed
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle, Cool/White
  • Wall and Ceiling Types: 9'+ Ceilings, Dry Wall, High
  • RFactor Ext Walls: 19
  • RFactor Ceilings: 49
  • Flooring Type: Engineered Wood, Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Basement Type: Connecting Stairway
  • RFactor Basement: 19
  • Foundation Details: Block, Slab
  • Room and Floor: Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-2, Bedrooms-Upper Level 1-3, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Lower Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 1-2, Bathrooms Full-Lower Level 1-1, Bedrooms-Upper Level 2-1, Bathrooms Full-Upper Level 2-1
  • # Bathrooms Full: 5
  • Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Soil Types: Unknown
  • Fencing: Fully, Privacy, Wood, Wrought Iron
  • Parcel ID: 16047156
  • Ground Rent Exists: No
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Off Street, On Street
  • Off Street - # of Spaces: 2
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Kitchen - Country
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Oven - Wall, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Washer, Dryer
  • Accessibility Features: None
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Spa: No
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: None
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Hot Water
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water: 60+ Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Northern Virginia Association of REALTORS

Property History for 1209 Decatur Street Northwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 17, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1920673969

$1,645,000
Nov 17, 2025

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC2226434

$1,650,000
Oct 18, 2025

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC2226434

Oct 18, 2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DCDC2226434

Oct 15, 2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2226434

$1,650,000
Nov 15, 2024

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC2157262

$650,000
Oct 22, 2024

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC2157262

Oct 22, 2024

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DCDC2157262

Sep 3, 2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2157262

$850,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/17/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1920673969

$1,645,000
11/17/2025

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC2226434

$1,650,000
10/18/2025

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC2226434

10/18/2025

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DCDC2226434

10/15/2025

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2226434

$1,650,000
11/15/2024

Closed

BRIGHT #DCDC2157262

$650,000
10/22/2024

Pending

BRIGHT #DCDC2157262

10/22/2024

Active Under Contract

BRIGHT #DCDC2157262

09/03/2024

Listed (Active)

BRIGHT #DCDC2157262

$850,000

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Public Records for 1209 Decatur Street Northwest

Taxable ValueLand$445,430Additions$423,040Total$868,470
Tax Record2025$7,000 ($583 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,993 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,993 SqFtStories3Lot Size3,578 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1912ZoningR-1BCountyDISTRICT OF COLUMBIAAPN2922 0036

Schools near 1209 Decatur Street Northwest

This home is within District Of Columbia Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
John Lewis Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

MacFarland Middle School
Public6 to 8

Roosevelt High School @ MacFarland
Public9 to 12

Dorothy I. Height Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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